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Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Pontiac (79067)

Centurion Health·Pontiac, Illinois

Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for patients within a correctional facility. They work under the clinical direction of a psychiatrist and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Pontiac
  • Correctional
  • Center -
  • Pontiac,
  • IL 61764Position
  • Type:
  • Full-TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • Professional
  • DegreeJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice ProviderCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Pontiac Correctional Facility located in Pontiac, Illinois. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides mental health/psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients under the clinical direction of a psychiatrist and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in providing mental health services to patients in a correctional setting. Qualifications 24 months of prior full-time Psych NP is experience required Active, unrestricted IL APRN license Active, unrestricted DEA Must be able to pass background screening and credentialing Shift Day Shift No nights, holidays or weekends We offer comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...
  • Advantages of
  • Working in
  • Correctional
  • Healthcare: Freedom from complex, restrictive managed care policies and reimbursement hassles Time to initiate change, track progress and conduct better follow-up Ability to work with a clinically rich and diverse patient population About Us Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both. For additional information, contact Amy Burns, Provider Recruiter, at aburns4@teamcenturion.com or 703-544-7702

Requirements

Candidates must have a professional degree and an active, unrestricted IL APRN license and DEA registration. A minimum of 12 months of prior Psych NP experience is required, with 24 months preferred.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Care
  • Collaboration
  • Treatment Planning
  • Diagnosis
  • Mental Health Services
  • Psychiatric Assessment

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Continuing Education Benefits

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Pontiac, Illinois
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Centurion Health

Centurion Health is a leading provider of correctional healthcare services and clinical workforce solutions, delivering care to incarcerated and justice-involved populations and helping healthcare agencies maintain access to qualified professionals in some of healthcare's most...

Salary listed on 111 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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